Oftentimes, especially in a really hot market, Landlords could be buying a house with tenants or purchase an investment property and absorb, or inherit, the Tenants that are already in place. While this can sound intimidating, it doesn’t have to be a stressful or complicated process. In fact, when handled Read more…
Many Landlords are interested in installing surveillance cameras to protect Tenants and deter crime and vandalism. The presence of surveillance cameras can prevent break-ins, burglaries, and suspicious activity on your property. However, surveillance cameras can be a touchy issue, as they raise privacy issues for Tenants. While Landlords need to Read more…
Staying on top with a maintenance checklist is one of the best things Landlords can do to keep their rental properties in good condition, reduce the number of emergency calls from Tenants, and avoid costly and stressful repairs. That said, it can be hard for Landlords to keep up with Read more…
A great Lease Agreement is essential to make sure that you’re protected as a Landlord and that you get the most out of your rental property. But, many Landlords wonder about what additional addenda, disclosures, or documents their lease package should include. Creating a complete Lease package – including the Read more…
Staying on top of preventative maintenance with a checklist is one of landlord’s and property manager’s most important jobs. Doing so ensures that properties are safe and well maintained. Plus, it helps to build strong landlord-tenant relationships and lets tenants know that the landlord is taking care of the property. Read more…
Often tenants will ask for an improvement or landlords will decide to make some improvements between tenants, the Costs of Rental Improvements must always be factored. Doing so has a number of benefits, including improving the rentability of a property, increasing the property’s value, reducing maintenance costs, and helping to Read more…
As your tenant’s lease draws to a close, you may be wondering how you’ll turn the property around before your next tenant moves in. Even with a clean, respectful lessee, your property will still need a deep cleaning and likely a bit of maintenance due to normal wear and tear. Read more…
Good tenants are easier to keep than they are to find. A good landlord knows this and tries to keep around the good ones who pay their rent month after month. Here are five of the best perks to offer tenants to keep them happy. Dog Park A landlord Read more…
Investment rental properties can earn you some serious cash, granted you are willing to work for it. Sure, you can hire a property management company to do it for you. However, that means you’ll be sharing some of the profit, as well. There are undoubtedly several tasks involved in renting Read more…
Years ago, I leased a small second-floor apartment over a detached garage. They don’t let you do that in my town anymore. I think it has to do with updated building codes and safety rules. Anyway, like most college students, I abandoned my apartment over the holidays for a trip home. I saw what I thought was a good opportunity to save on my utility bills, and turned the heat way down.
Not surprisingly, when I returned, a fountain had formed in one of the garage bays. Freezing temperatures had burst a pipe, sending water gushing across the concrete floor. The event did not endear me to my landlord and, needless to say, I didn’t get my deposit back.